Abama, Tenerife, Spain

Perched on the cliffs at Guia de Isora on the wild western coast, Abama is niftily positioned at the point of maximum sunlight on the island.

By Harper's Bazaar Staff11 August 2010

The Moorish-style Abama looms up, oasis-like, after the hellish boozy bars that defile this Canary isle like outbreaks of resort acne. Perched on the cliffs at Guia de Isora on the wild western coast, it is niftily positioned at the point of maximum sunlight on the island. No discreet boutique hotel, this; abundance is Abamas byword, from the 90,000 palms in the gardens to the eight pools, 10 restaurants and fab spa.

The pièce de résistance is the private beach, to which you descend by a funky funicular. Its luxurious holiday-camp heaven. Who goes Wandsworth families and Spanish WAGs. Top tip Eat at Abama Kabuki, the sensational Japanese restaurant and sister to Madrids Kabuki  Spains answer to Nobu. Try scrummy fried quails egg with wasabi and prawns deep-fried in cornflakes. Must-do Watch the jumbo koi carp at feeding time in the central lake. Downside Nothing outside can induce you to leave the campus.Contact Elegant Resorts (01244 897506; www.elegantresorts.co.uk)

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